Can a motorcycle that has missed inspection for five years still undergo a make-up inspection?
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Motorcycles that have missed inspection for five years cannot undergo a make-up inspection. Legal provisions: The new Order No. 124 in 2014 stipulates: Motor vehicles that have not obtained the motor vehicle inspection qualification mark within three consecutive motor vehicle inspection cycles after the expiration of the inspection validity period shall be deregistered. Therefore, as long as it exceeds three cycles, it will be deregistered. Materials required for make-up inspection: Bring the vehicle license, copy of compulsory traffic insurance, and handle all traffic violations. First, purchase insurance, then go to the designated vehicle management office for an on-site inspection, handle and pay all fines and points, and after completing these steps, go to the vehicle management office for the make-up inspection. Motorcycle annual inspection schedule: Motorcycles must be inspected every 2 years within the first 4 years; after 4 years, they must be inspected annually.
I've been riding motorcycles for over a decade and have actually encountered the situation of being overdue for inspection for five years. Generally speaking, if a vehicle hasn't been inspected for too long, the DMV will list it as forcibly deregistered or locked, but there's still a chance to make up the inspection. You'll need to first visit the local DMV to check the vehicle's records—don't ride the bike there directly to avoid getting towed or fined. The process for making up the inspection includes paying the accumulated fines for five years, inspection fees, and re-inspection fees, which might cost you a few hundred extra. During the inspection, make sure the bike's lights, brakes, and safety systems meet the standards—older bikes that have been overdue for inspection for a long time need extra careful checking, or you might get sent back to redo it. I suggest you don't delay and get it done as soon as possible. Riding an uninspected bike is too risky—if you get into an accident, not only will insurance refuse to pay, but the traffic police might also impound the bike if they catch you. Make it a habit to get your annual inspection on time every year—it's worry-free and safer.
